: Filmed partly in San Francisco , USA, and Rome , Italy. 2. Synopsis
: Bruno Corbucci, a prolific figure in Italian genre cinema. Cast : Squadra antitruffa (1977)
Squadra antitruffa serves as a bridge between the early, more serious entries like Squadra antiscippo and the later, more overtly comedic "Delitto" films. It established the formula of sending Giraldi to international locales to provide a larger scale for the production. : Filmed partly in San Francisco , USA, and Rome , Italy
Squadra antitruffa (internationally released as Hit Squad or Swindle ) is a 1977 Italian poliziottesco action-comedy film directed by Bruno Corbucci . It is the third installment in the popular Nico Giraldi series , starring Tomas Milian . 1. Core Production Details Cast : Squadra antitruffa serves as a bridge
: A blend of the gritty poliziottesco (Italian police thriller) and commedia all'italiana , reflecting the sociopolitical tumult of Italy’s "Years of Lead".
Marshal Nico Giraldi is tasked with dismantling a sophisticated international fraud ring. The investigation leads him from the streets of Rome to San Francisco. Along the way, he encounters Bob Matthews (played by David Hemmings), a character linked to the scam operations. The film balances high-speed chases and action sequences with the character-driven humor typical of the Giraldi series.